Commuter e-bikes are the e-bike equivalent of a sedan. They’re less likely to spend time sitting idle in traffic during the morning trip to the office, but they tend to be equally dependable for daily use, whether that means long-distance road trips, leisurely Sunday drives/rides, or running mid-morning errands.
When the Tarmac, Mokwheel’s latest commuter e-bike, was revealed, I couldn’t help but try to imagine how it would ride and perform. Based on our previous experiences with the brand, I expected a bike with plentiful power and battery capacity. I wasn’t disappointed; the Tarmac is equipped with a robust 750W hub motor and a sizable 720 Wh battery.
The motor’s engagement and how it delivered power were two factors I
couldn’t anticipate until I had the chance to sit on the saddle. It’s my experience that similar commuter e-bikes often favor a reserved, responsive feel, similar to that of an analog bike, but in this case, I must say that the bike took me somewhat by surprise.
